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WG04 ZHU

2004 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

24,037 mi
Last recorded24,037 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG04 ZHU
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2018 24,037 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 24,037 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 23,523 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 23,085 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 23,085 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 22,904 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 22,848 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 21,724 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 21,724 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 19,113 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 16,255 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 14,082 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 10,010 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2007 7,191 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Honda CBF500?

Based on 20,608 MOT tests across 1,723 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
1,444
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
1,723
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 310
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 217
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 163
wheel bearings have excessive free play 151
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 144
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WG04 ZHU is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 22,059 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CBF500 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 310 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WG04 ZHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF500 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Honda CBF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WG04 ZHU registered?

WG04 ZHU is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 18 June 2004.

Is WG04 ZHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG04 ZHU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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